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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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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.
Heritage Assisted Living is an assisted living community that provides care for seniors who are looking to live in Knoxville, TN. This community is located in a great city that provides residents and visitors with great views of natural beauty. This city offers many entertainment options,...
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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
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Our mom has lived at Shannondale Assisted Living for about 4 years. While her mind and body have declined during her 90 years, we find peace in the fact that she is so happy everyday. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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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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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.
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, 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.
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
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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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We've had a very good experience with Autumn Care, overall! The facility itself looks very nice, they do a great job of keeping it clean, and there's usually some sort of activity going on for the residents....
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.
Autumn Care Autumn Care is a family-owned assisted living community in scenic Knoxville, Knox County, Tennessee. Our cozy, welcoming community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by mature trees and lush green lawns. Knoxville offers the perfect mix of Southern hospitality,...
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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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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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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.
Photo of Villages of Farragut -Fall '19
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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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Carson Mill, NC

The average cost of senior living in Carson Mill is $3,714 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $3,098 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carson Mill, NC vs. nearby cities

Carson Mill, NC
$3,714/mo
$3,229/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carson Mill, NC vs. the state and national average

Carson Mill, NC
$3,714/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carson Mill vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,714/mo
$4,349/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Carson Mill, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,015/mo
Studio
$4,950/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,760/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,919/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carson Mill, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Carson Mill

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carson Mill

The Pointe at Lifespring in Knoxville, TN

5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents! The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on. [name removed] (front desk) is wonderful. [name removed] (director) also great. [name removed] (PT) ...
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Autumn Care in Knoxville, TN

4.5
They are doing a great job. The only thing is the scheduled cleaning is once a week and I think they may need it a little more often. I have been overall very pleased with Autumn care and with Brenda the administrator, they helped make this as painless as possible. They eat well and enjoy the ...
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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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Carson Mill review score based on 227 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 227 reviews of 68 Carson Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carson Mill 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

Carson Mill review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Carson Mill, NC68 facilities
8.5
Bryson City, NC90 facilities
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Dillsboro, NC16 facilities

Review subcategories for Carson Mill 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 227 reviews of 68 Carson Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carson Mill 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.
Carson Mill, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Carson Mill assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carson Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carson Mill, 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 Carson Mill 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 Carson Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carson Mill, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.8%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.9%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carson Mill 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 Carson Mill Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carson Mill, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.9%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carson Mill 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 Carson Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carson Mill, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
33.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Carson Mill 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 Carson Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carson Mill, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carson Mill 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 Carson Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carson Mill, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
39.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carson Mill

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Carson Mill protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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StoryPoint Knoxville West, The Pointe at Lifespring and Wellington Manor Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carson Mill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 86 assisted living facilities near Carson Mill, North Carolina. See the full list.

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