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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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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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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.
At Mooresville, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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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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Woodlawn Haven Woodlawn Haven is an assisted living community nestled in Mount Holly, North Carolina. Our campus is conveniently located to route 27 and nestled in the deep green of Mount Holly North Carolina. We provide ample parking for both residents and their visiting friends and family....
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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.
Hamlet House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency includes a...
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The facility is hard to get a hold of when you are calling in. My MIL is happy there. They just hired a bunch of new staff so they are still learning and it's a little harder to get questions answered if...
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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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Seven Lakes Assisted Living and Memory Care is a community located in West End, NC. We are a proud member of the Affinity Living Group. Here at Seven Lakes we provide 24 hour personal care aid for the needs of those who require assisted living and offer a memory care secured wing as well. Our all...
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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, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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.
Wexford House is a senior living community located in Denver, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Wexford House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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Cost of assisted living in Big Lick, NC

The average cost of senior living in Big Lick is $4,543 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Gilead, NC with an average of $4,138 per month.

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

Big Lick, NC
$4,543/mo
$4,435/mo
$4,574/mo

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

Big Lick, NC
$4,543/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,543/mo
$5,167/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,529/mo
Studio
$5,399/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,577/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,123/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,000/mo

Senior living costs in Big Lick 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 Lick, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Lick, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,543/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,167/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$2,756/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Big Lick, NC:$4,543/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Big Lick, NC:$5,167/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Big Lick, NC:$2,756/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Big Lick, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Big Lick 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 Lick, NC$5,359/mo$4,930/mo+8.7%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Big Lick, NC
2024 average cost:$5,359/mo
2023 average cost:$4,930/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
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 Lick, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Big Lick

Recent reviews for assisted living in Big Lick

Somerset Court of Mocksville

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They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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North Pointe of Asheboro in Randleman, NC

5.0
It has been five years this month since Mother chose to make North Pointe of Asheboro her home. I was impressed with the staff and facility on my first visit and have continued to value both even more over the years. An inviting atmosphere and home-like environment greets everyone at the door ...
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TerraBella Little Avenue in Charlotte, NC

5.0
We like TerraBella Little Avenue because the facility was smaller than the other ones that we visited. It seemed like the best fit for my loved one. I would recommend this facility to others.

Big Lick review score based on 654 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 654 reviews of 142 Big Lick assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big Lick 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 Lick review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Big Lick, NC142 facilities
8.8
Oakboro, NC18 facilities
8.4
Red Cross, NC162 facilities

Review subcategories for Big Lick 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 654 reviews of 142 Big Lick assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Big Lick 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
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4.1
Care services
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3.8
Staff
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Meals & dining
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3.6
Activities
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3.7
Value for cost*
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3.7
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Big Lick assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Lick assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Lick, 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 Lick 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 Lick 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
51.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.8%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Big Lick 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 Lick Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.4%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Lick 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 Lick 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
24.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.3%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Lick 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 Lick communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.1%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.6%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Lick 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 Lick offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
36.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Big Lick

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 Lick protect seniors.
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Morningside of Concord, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Morningside of Gastonia are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Big Lick, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Big Lick, North Carolina are Morningside of Concord, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Legacy Heights Senior Living Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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