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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Big Laurel, NC

The average cost of senior living in Big Laurel is $4,067 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $2,919 per month.

Assisted living costs in Big Laurel, NC, vs. nearby cities

Big Laurel, NC
$4,067/mo
$3,229/mo
$3,229/mo

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

Big Laurel, NC
$4,067/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,067/mo
$4,857/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Laurel, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,161/mo
Studio
$5,316/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,491/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,834/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Senior living costs in Big Laurel 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 Laurel, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Laurel, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,067/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,857/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,116/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Big Laurel, NC:$4,067/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Big Laurel, NC:$4,857/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Big Laurel, NC:$3,116/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Big Laurel, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Laurel 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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Assisted living cost trends in Big Laurel, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Big Laurel 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Big Laurel, NC$5,817/mo$5,268/mo+10.4%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Big Laurel, NC
2024 average cost:$5,817/mo
2023 average cost:$5,268/mo
Percent change:+10.4%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Big Laurel, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Big Laurel

Recent reviews for assisted living in Big Laurel

Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Freedom Senior Living in Sevierville, TN

5.0
Freedom Senior Living is 5 stars all the way around, the staff members treat the residents like family, they genuinely care about each and everyone of them. They go above and beyond to make them feel comfortable and secured. They have been on a lock down the last couple of months due to a few ...
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Stonehenge Assisted Living 3 in Blairsville, GA

4.7
My mother lived in Stonehenge for 3 years before she moved to a nursing home. She loved it and we loved it. The staff was very caring, the food was good, and her time there was very pleasant. Beautiful deck with nice views, large room and bath, loving staff.

Big Laurel review score based on 144 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 144 reviews of 68 Big Laurel assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big Laurel 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 Laurel review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Big Laurel, NC68 facilities
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Dillsboro, NC16 facilities
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Webster, NC16 facilities

Review subcategories for Big Laurel 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 144 reviews of 68 Big Laurel assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Big Laurel 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 Laurel, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Big Laurel assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Laurel assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Laurel, 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 Laurel 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 Laurel 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
39.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.9%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Laurel 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 Laurel Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Laurel, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Laurel 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 Laurel 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
17.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Laurel 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 Laurel communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Laurel 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 Laurel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Laurel, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
13.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Big Laurel

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 Laurel protect seniors.
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Wellington Manor Assisted Living, Brookdale Sevierville and Keowee Square are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Big Laurel, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 92 assisted living facilities near Big Laurel, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Big Laurel, North Carolina are Keowee Square and Belvedere Commons of Seneca. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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