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9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cleveland County, NC
If you’re looking for assisted living in Cleveland County, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Cleveland County or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Cleveland County.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Cleveland County for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 9 assisted living facilities in the Cleveland County area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Gaffney, Shelby and Rutherfordton.
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10 reviews
Navion turned out to be a perfect fit for my mother. She has transitioned into the friendly little community there easier than expected. The apartment she has is a good size for her, and the facility is...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnIf you’re ready to move into an exceptionally warm and welcoming assisted living community in Shelby, North Carolina where you can enjoy spacious and comfortable accommodations, wonderful company and personalized care plans that provide you with quality care you can...
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16 reviews
Things could be improved but they have been very good about some important things. The hall smells of urine more often. The other areas seem clean enough. Again, staff changes lately but they are super nice...
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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My first time touring this facility [Removed], the director, is very friendly and hospitable. The entire staff from what I have seen is very good. They do a great job as well keeping the place clean and...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Cleveland House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Cleveland House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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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I have been impressed by the individual attention shown to my aunt and by the communication from the staff. The facility is down-to-earth, clean, well-run, and the staff is competent and caring. There are...
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, 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Cleveland County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Cleveland County is $3,885 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawndale, NC with an average of $3,426 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cleveland County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cleveland County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cleveland County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cleveland County, NC by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cleveland County, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cleveland County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cleveland County
Morningside of Gastonia
4.6
The Facility is very clean and the staff are very friendly and caring.
They have been very kind to my mom.
I always feel very welcome when I visit my mom.
They have great meals for the residents and the dining staff are wonderful.
Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC
5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Henderson Care Center in Forest City, NC
4.0
My mom is a resident at Henderson Care Center. I am very pleased with Henderson Care Center and would recommend the facility to others. They keep me informed and as best as I can tell, they take good care of my mom. No complaints. On activities, I'm not sure as I have not seen them.
Cleveland County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cleveland County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cleveland County, 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 Cleveland County 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 Cleveland County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cleveland County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
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
50%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cleveland County 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 Cleveland County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cleveland County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
51.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cleveland County 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 Cleveland County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cleveland County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cleveland County 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 Cleveland County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cleveland County, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Cleveland County 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 Cleveland County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cleveland County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cleveland County
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 Cleveland County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Robinwood, Morningside of Gastonia and Henderson Care Center are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cleveland County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Cleveland County, North Carolina. See the full list.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Cleveland County
- Gaffney, South Carolina
- Shelby, North Carolina
- Rutherfordton, North Carolina
- Cherryville, North Carolina
- Lincolnton, North Carolina
- Clover, South Carolina
- Gastonia, North Carolina
- Dallas, North Carolina
- Kings Mountain, North Carolina
- Bessemer City, North Carolina
- Grover, North Carolina
- Swainsville, North Carolina
- Mooresboro, North Carolina
- Iron Station, North Carolina
- Chesnee, South Carolina
- Abingdon, South Carolina
- Polkville, North Carolina
- Blacksburg, South Carolina
- Bostic, North Carolina
- Spindale, North Carolina
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