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Where Main Street meets the mountains, the Lake James Lodge assisted living community in Marion, NC is not only beautiful, but offers residents a plethora of activities to keep busy with. Lake James Lodge is located in the heart of Marion with a breathtaking view of the nearby mountains. Marion...
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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.
Whitney PlaceWhitney Place is an assisted living community located in Union, SC. Union is located in Union County and home to about 29,000 residents. A small town, Union, named after an old Union church, has a few local shops, stores, a museum and library where residents can enjoy scenic walks,...
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My Aunt lived here for a few weeks. Eventually, she needed a different type of care that wasn’t offered so we moved her somewhere else. However, while she was here everything went well. The staff seemed to...
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Carriage House of Taylors is an affordable, all-inclusive assisted living community nestled in the cozy town of Taylors, South Carolina. Situated in Greenville County less than two hours from Charlotte, NC to the north and Atlanta, GA to the south, Carriage House of Taylors is a warm, supportive...
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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.
Cambridge House is a senior living community located in Hildebran, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Cambridge House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life...
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden 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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We chose Southern Oaks because they were the only assisted living facility we looked at that said they would be willing to accommodate my uncle’s need for CPAP oxygen. In addition to that, I like that the...
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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.
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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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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My Mother has been a resident of Shepherds Care for many years, starting in the general population and now in the Memory Care Unit. Given the lengthy duration of her residency, I have had numerous...
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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.
When little things you or your loved one normally took for granted start to become major obstacles in daily life, Shepherd's Care offers e perfect residential alternative.Shepherd's Care provides needed assistance while enabling residents to maintain feelings of independence and privacy.We...
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Cost of assisted living in Cliffside, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cliffside is $4,029 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ruth, NC with an average of $3,375 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cliffside, NC, vs. nearby cities

Cliffside, NC
$4,029/mo
$3,698/mo

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

Cliffside, NC
$4,029/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Cliffside, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,029/mo
$4,622/mo

Assisted living costs in Cliffside, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,961/mo
Studio
$4,840/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,792/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,520/mo

Senior living costs in Cliffside 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: Cliffside, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCliffside, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,029/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,622/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,570/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Cliffside, NC:$4,029/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Cliffside, NC:$4,622/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Cliffside, NC:$3,570/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cliffside, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cliffside 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cliffside, NC$4,927/mo$4,492/mo+9.7%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,131/mo+8.6%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Cliffside, NC
2024 average cost:$4,927/mo
2023 average cost:$4,492/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,131/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cliffside, 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 Cliffside.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cliffside

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cliffside

Brookdale Lenoir

4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!

Eden Terrace of Spartanburg

5.0
This is a great facility! Eden Terrace staff is friendly and very caring, very responsive to the needs of their residents. It is a friendly and well cared for facility. I would definitely recommend!

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

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My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Cliffside review score based on 594 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 594 reviews of 162 Cliffside assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cliffside 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

Cliffside review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Cliffside, NC162 facilities
7.7
Mooresboro, NC18 facilities
9.1
Ellenboro, NC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Cliffside 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 594 reviews of 162 Cliffside assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cliffside 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
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.7
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
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3.7
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Cliffside assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cliffside assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cliffside, 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 Cliffside 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 Cliffside 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
48.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.2%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cliffside 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 Cliffside 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
44.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cliffside 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 Cliffside 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
23.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cliffside 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 Cliffside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cliffside 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 Cliffside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cliffside

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 Cliffside protect seniors.
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Manning Square, Morningside of Gastonia and The Gables on Pelham are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cliffside, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Cliffside, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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