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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Washburn, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Washburn, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Washburn, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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9.6
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34 reviews
9.6
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34 reviews
5 star
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My married cousins were in need of assisted living. Having retired from Brookdale Forest City in 2018, this community was my first choice. The current team is very professional and made the transition from...
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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnYou deserve quality care you can count on, but you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your freedom to have it. Here at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community, you can enjoy custom care plans, a fun-filled community calendar and a warm and welcoming...
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
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23 reviews
8.4
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23 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
22%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
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9%
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Our experience has been great!! Staff, food, room have all been a great experience!! I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Summit Place of Kings Mountain Summit Place of Kings Mountain is an assisted living community located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina of Cleveland County. With its ideal location near many restaurants, shopping centers, public parks, museums and galleries, the city of Kings Mountain offers the...
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8.0
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19 reviews
8.0
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19 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
26%
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Overall, the experience was good, and the staff/care was good; the facility was very nice and kept clean, most of the rooms were private and a good size. Overall my husband was treated well and if something...
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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I could not have asked for a better place for my uncle. Everyone there was wonderful and we felt like family. The care was excellent. The food was very good. I would recommend this community.
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.
Welcome to Maple Woods and The Oaks, the Assisted Living communities of Peak Resources - Cherryville. We are eagerly anticipating the relationships that can be created between our family and yours. Through passion and knowledge, our staff is dedicated to establishing an environment where senior...
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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6.0
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21 reviews
6.0
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The staff has kept me well informed of any medical emergencies my mother has had. They also keep us informed of activities occuring at the facility. I looked at other facilities and this one was local.
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 Washburn, NC

The average cost of senior living in Washburn is $6,499 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gastonia, NC with an average of $5,965 per month.

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

Washburn, NC
$6,499/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,499/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,839/mo
Studio
$7,425/mo

Senior living costs in Washburn 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: Washburn, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWashburn, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$6,499/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,233/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Washburn, NC:$6,499/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Washburn, NC:$5,233/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Washburn, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Washburn, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Washburn 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
Washburn, NC$6,866/mo$6,233/mo+10.2%
North Carolina$5,896/mo$5,667/mo+4.0%
National$5,913/mo$5,600/mo+5.6%
Washburn, NC
2024 average cost:$6,866/mo
2023 average cost:$6,233/mo
Percent change:+10.2%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,896/mo
2023 average cost:$5,667/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,913/mo
2023 average cost:$5,600/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Washburn

Recent reviews for memory care in Washburn

TerraBella Shelby

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at TerraBella Shelby and overall I would say that things are good. The move in process was pretty smooth. The staff are super nice and welcoming. Communication with the family could be better, but it is okay. The value for cost is not so great as families are ...
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Viva Senior Living at Gaffney

5.0
I fell in my home and realized I was no longer safe. My nephew found Magnolias and said it was the best in town. The rooms are comfortable and I enjoy playing bingo with my friends.

Summit Place of King's Mountain in Kings Mountain, NC

5.0
My MIL has adjusted very well the staff is wonderful and keep the residents busy . Th facility is beautiful and extra clean always ??my husband and I couldn't be happier with the choice we made going with summit place of kings mountain.!!

Washburn review score based on 70 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 3 Washburn memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Washburn 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

Washburn review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Washburn, NC3 facilities
8.2
Forest City, NC4 facilities
8.3
Lincolnton, NC134 facilities

Review subcategories for Washburn 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 70 reviews of 3 Washburn memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Washburn 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.
Washburn, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.4
4.2
Activities
4.1
4.3
Value for cost*
4.0
4.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Washburn memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washburn memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washburn, 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 Washburn 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 Washburn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Washburn, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.5%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.5%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.8%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.6%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.8%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.2%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.7%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.1%
65%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Washburn 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 Washburn Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Washburn, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.5%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.7%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Washburn 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 Washburn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washburn, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.7%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.3%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
32%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.9%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Washburn 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 Washburn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washburn, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.7%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.2%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.1%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washburn 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 Washburn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Washburn, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.4%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.4%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.2%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
41%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.9%
39.9%
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State regulations for memory care in Washburn

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 Washburn protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Forest City, Summit Place of King's Mountain and TerraBella Shelby are the top-rated memory care facilities near Washburn, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Washburn, North Carolina. See the full list.
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The best memory care facility near you in Washburn, North Carolina is Brookdale Forest City. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Washburn, 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 Washburn, 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 Washburn, 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 Washburn, North Carolina ranges from $3800 to $6925. The average Memory Care cost in Washburn, North Carolina is $6,499. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Washburn, North Carolina typically starts at $3800. 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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