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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Whittier, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Whittier, A Place for Mom can help. With 33 memory care facilities in Whittier, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Whittier incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Whittier memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Whittier, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Waynesville, Maggie Valley and Sylva.
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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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The care that mom receives here is really great. The aides have been just wonderful with me and mom. The food can use some improvement. I think that it just might be because they don't use as fresh of...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Brookdale Heritage Circle is a dedicated memory care community in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Hendersonville, within easy reach of premium shopping, dining and quality health care, is an exceptional place to spend retirement. Hendersonville is warm and welcoming, with convenient access to the...
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Cost of memory care in Whittier, NC
The average cost of senior living in Whittier is $4,749 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hayesville, NC with an average of $4,169 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Whittier, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Whittier, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Whittier, NC by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Whittier
Recent reviews for memory care in Whittier
South High Senior Living in Knoxville, TN
5.0
My friend has been there for 3 years and is being treated very well. She is in the Memory Care unit and the staff there treats her like a friend.
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
5.0
We moved my grandmother into the memory care at Heritage Hills and they were very helpful throughout the whole process. Everyone was so nice and I really appreciated the professionalism they exhibited.
Northshore Heights - Knoxville
5.0
The Northshore Heights community is a top notch facility, the staff are absolutely wonderful to work with. They give 5 stars across the board, they are always on top of it. We have been there while our loved one is eating and she never has any complaints to say. Based on our overall experience ...
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Whittier review score based on 142 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 142 reviews of 27 Whittier memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Whittier 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
Whittier review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Whittier 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 142 reviews of 27 Whittier memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Whittier 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.Whittier, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Whittier memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whittier memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whittier, 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 Whittier 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 Whittier 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
63%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.1%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Whittier 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 Whittier 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
70.4%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.4%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whittier 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 Whittier 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
37%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Whittier 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 Whittier communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
40.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whittier 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 Whittier 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
40.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
63%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
StoryPoint Knoxville West, Trinity Hills of Knoxville and Wellington Manor Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Whittier, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 33 memory care facilities near Whittier, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Whittier, North Carolina is StoryPoint Knoxville West. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 33 memory care facilities near you in Whittier, 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 Whittier, 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 Whittier, 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 Whittier, North Carolina ranges from $1200 to $11435. The average Memory Care cost in Whittier, North Carolina is $4,749. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Whittier, North Carolina typically starts at $1200. 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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