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If your loved one needs memory care in Spencer, A Place for Mom can help. With 103 memory care facilities in Spencer, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Spencer incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Spencer memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Spencer, 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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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.
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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
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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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.
Preston House I, LLC is an assisted living facility specializing in Alzheimer's and memory loss care. The beautiful facility is conveniently located in Charlotte, NC between I-77 and I-85. It promotes safety and is located in a community with controlled access equipped emergency call systems. Our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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, 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.

Cost of memory care in Spencer, NC

The average cost of senior living in Spencer is $5,135 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Statesville, NC with an average of $4,987 per month.

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

Spencer, NC
$5,135/mo
$5,416/mo

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

Spencer, NC
$5,135/mo
U.S. national average
$5,372/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,135/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,128/mo
Studio
$5,804/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,741/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,932/mo

Senior living costs in Spencer 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: Spencer, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSpencer, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,135/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Assisted Living$4,355/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Independent Living$3,349/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Memory Care
Spencer, NC:$5,135/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Assisted Living
Spencer, NC:$4,355/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Independent Living
Spencer, NC:$3,349/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Memory care costs in Spencer, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Spencer 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Spencer, NC$6,696/mo$6,390/mo+4.8%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Spencer, NC
2024 average cost:$6,696/mo
2023 average cost:$6,390/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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 Spencer

Recent reviews for memory care in Spencer

Walnut Ridge in Walnut Cove, NC

5.0
I am so pleased we found this community it was a such a good choice. My dad is very happy there he really likes it. The location is just perfect for people to visit. The staff is wonderful very friendly they take their time with the residents and families they are very interactive with the ...
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Forest Heights Senior Living in Winston-Salem, NC

4.9
Forest Heights covers all areas of need and they're willing to accommodate you in every which way possible. They meet your needs of what you're looking for, as far as finding a good place for mom. The sales person was the one mostly involved with me and she was great! They went on and beyond ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and caring staff. Several reviews mention the dedication and kindness of the staff at various communities, such as The Laurels and The Haven in Highland Creek, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, and Sunrise of Providence, who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being of their loved ones. Families express t ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Activities are a highlight for many residents and their families, with reviews from Charter Senior Living of Charlotte, Legacy Heights Senior Living Community, and Cadence at Clemmons by Cogir mentioning the diverse range of social and creative activities that keep seniors active and engag ...
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Thorough communication with families. Clear and consistent communication is crucial for families, and communities like Brookdale Winston-Salem, Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir, and The Addison of Lincolnton are praised for their regular updates and open dialogues. Families feel informed and involved in their loved ones' care, ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are essential aspects of senior living communities, as highlighted in reviews for Richland Square, The Addison of Indian Trail, and Brookdale South Park. Residents and their families appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both internal spaces, like private ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Good food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, as evidenced in reviews from Brookstone of Clemmons, TerraBella Asheboro, and Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, where families praise the quality and variety of meals provided, accommodating dietary restrictions and pr ...
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Personalized care and attention. Tailored care plans are crucial for addressing individual needs, as mentioned in reviews for Brookdale High Point North Memory Care, Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, and Heritage of Cedar Rock. Staff members take the time to understand each resident's unique requirements and adapt to the ...
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Spencer review score based on 696 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 696 reviews of 88 Spencer memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Spencer 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

Spencer review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Spencer, NC88 facilities
8.5
East Spencer, NC106 facilities
8.9
Salisbury, NC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Spencer 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 696 reviews of 88 Spencer memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Spencer 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Spencer memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spencer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spencer, 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 Spencer 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 Spencer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Spencer, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.9%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.3%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.2%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.9%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Spencer 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 Spencer 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
75%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.8%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Spencer 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 Spencer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Spencer, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.1%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Spencer 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 Spencer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Spencer, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.2%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
42%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spencer 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 Spencer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Spencer, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
65.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.4%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.6%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.6%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.2%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
47.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Spencer

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside of Concord, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Spencer, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 103 memory care facilities near Spencer, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Spencer, North Carolina are Morningside of Concord, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 103 memory care facilities near you in Spencer, 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 Spencer, 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 Spencer, 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 Spencer, North Carolina ranges from $950 to $10365. The average Memory Care cost in Spencer, North Carolina is $5,135. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Spencer, North Carolina typically starts at $950. 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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