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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of assisted living in Big East Fork, NC

The average cost of senior living in Big East Fork is $4,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $2,919 per month.

Assisted living costs in Big East Fork, NC, vs. nearby cities

Big East Fork, NC
$4,184/mo
$4,044/mo
$3,929/mo

Assisted living costs in Big East Fork, NC, vs. state and national averages

Big East Fork, NC
$4,184/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Big East Fork, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,184/mo
$5,133/mo

Assisted living costs in Big East Fork, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,945/mo
Studio
$5,698/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,835/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,595/mo

Senior living costs in Big East Fork 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: Big East Fork, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig East Fork, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,184/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,133/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,489/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Big East Fork, NC:$4,184/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Big East Fork, NC:$5,133/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Big East Fork, NC:$3,489/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Big East Fork, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big East Fork 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.

Big East Fork, NCNC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Big East Fork, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Big East Fork 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big East Fork, NC$6,088/mo$5,338/mo+14.1%
North Carolina$5,136/mo$4,858/mo+5.7%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/mo+7.0%
Big East Fork, NC
2024 average cost:$6,088/mo
2023 average cost:$5,338/mo
Percent change:+14.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,136/mo
2023 average cost:$4,858/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Big East Fork, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Big East Fork.

What families are saying about assisted living in Big East Fork

Recent reviews for assisted living in Big East Fork

Cedar Mountain House in Brevard, NC

5.0
My sister and I absolutely love all the staff at Cedar Mountain House. They are always very friendly and welcoming and take excellent care of our Mom. We were very thankful to find a place for her after her fall. She has Alzheimer’s and think she has always lived there and they are her lifelong ...
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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain in Asheville, NC

5.0
Everything has been great. All aspects of the staff are great. All the nurses are wonderful. [name removed] the Med Tech has been great along with [name removed]. Mom loves the food. I had one issue that was quickly resolved. I will highly recommend.

Brookdale Asheville Overlook

4.9
The facility is a tad bit dated, but it's in very good repair, and there is plenty of outdoor space. The staff have been exceptionally supportive and helpful.

Big East Fork review score based on 35 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 27 Big East Fork assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big East Fork review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Big East Fork review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Big East Fork, NC27 facilities
8.3
Brevard, NC166 facilities
6.3
Clyde, NC30 facilities

Review subcategories for Big East Fork assisted living

When assisted living 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 35 reviews of 27 Big East Fork assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Big East Fork resident and family assisted living 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.
Big East Fork, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
4.1
Friendliness
3.4
4.1
Care services
3.1
3.8
Staff
3.3
4.0
Meals & dining
2.9
3.6
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.1
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Big East Fork assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big East Fork assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big East Fork, 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 Big East Fork assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Big East Fork that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big East Fork, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big East Fork assisted living

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 Big East Fork Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big East Fork, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
3.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big East Fork assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big East Fork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big East Fork, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Big East Fork assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big East Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big East Fork, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big East Fork assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Big East Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big East Fork, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
7.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Big East Fork

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Big East Fork protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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