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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wilkesboro, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Wilkesboro, A Place for Mom can help. With 35 memory care facilities in Wilkesboro, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Wilkesboro incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Wilkesboro memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Wilkesboro, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like North Wilkesboro, West Jefferson and Cedar Rock.
You may also consider nearby communities such as North Wilkesboro, West Jefferson and Cedar Rock.
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Everything is going very well at TerraBella Salisbury. The staff are all very friendly and personable. They were extremely helpful during the whole transition process from her home and made that easier on...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, and look forward to continuing to serve area seniors and their families. Ask about our lifetime veterans saving program and other special offers!
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I will give them 5's in each category. He is very happy there. There is excellent food here. It is very clean and the staff is very attentive at Cadence at Clemmons.
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.
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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They were huge and they had all levels of care. We used them for rehab, and for memory care. In the rehab they knew that she had to be secured so they made sure to have her in a secure section when she was...
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.
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.
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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Words cannot express my appreciation for all your love and hard work that made Aunt [Removed] last years and as comfortable as possible. You were her family! I hope when my day comes there will be kind...
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.
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.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
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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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Wilkesboro, NC
The average cost of senior living in Wilkesboro is $4,766 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Jefferson, NC with an average of $4,441 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wilkesboro, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wilkesboro, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Wilkesboro
Recent reviews for memory care in Wilkesboro
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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Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care in King, NC
4.0
My loved one was previously a resident at Priddy Manor Assisted Living for a short time. The staff was very kind and good to her. The facility was well taken care of. I would recommend this facility to others.
Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC
5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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Wilkesboro review score based on 180 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 180 reviews of 35 Wilkesboro memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wilkesboro 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
Wilkesboro review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Wilkesboro 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 180 reviews of 35 Wilkesboro memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wilkesboro 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.Wilkesboro, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Wilkesboro memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilkesboro memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilkesboro, 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 Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wilkesboro, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.3%
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
68.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro 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
65.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wilkesboro, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wilkesboro 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 Wilkesboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.6%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
51.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Heritage of Cedar Rock are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wilkesboro, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 35 memory care facilities near Wilkesboro, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Wilkesboro, North Carolina are Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem and Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 35 memory care facilities near you in Wilkesboro, 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 Wilkesboro, 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 Wilkesboro, 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 Wilkesboro, North Carolina ranges from $950 to $10365. The average Memory Care cost in Wilkesboro, North Carolina is $4,766. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Wilkesboro, 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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