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Cadence has been nothing but a positive experience for us. The tour was extremely helpful, [name removed] answered all of our questions and helped us every step of the way. It took some time to get him in,...
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.
Experience the Southern charm and hospitality of Cadence Mooresville. Located just 10 minutes from the shores of Lake Norman, our community has a distinguished reputation among Mooresville’s families as the provider of choice for assisted living and dementia care. Cadence Mooresville is designed...
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9.2
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26 reviews
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My mom has received great care at Cadence! The smaller size of the facility was at first, to my brother and I seemed too small, that choices would be more limited. But my mom really likes the fact that...
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.
Cadence Huntersville has been in the town of Huntersville for 5 successful years. Cadence houses both residents needing assisted living and a specialized secured setting for those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. A strength of our community is the ability to age in place and transition care...
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8.7
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58 reviews
8.7
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58 reviews
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They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction. Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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18 reviews
8.6
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18 reviews
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Mom is doing well enough. Arbor ridge is a nice place to live. Based on the experience our family has had, we would recommend them to other families as long as there isn't too much of a memory issue.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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8.1
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36 reviews
8.1
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36 reviews
5 star
33%
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3 star
14%
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In general staff seem competent My mom does not need a lot of care and oversight. But they know each resident. They respond appropriately in emergencies They have a point system which they share which...
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.
The Laurels in Highland Creek is an Assisted Living community located in the master-planned community of Highland Creek in Charlotte, North Carolina. Everything we do at The Laurels is designed to assure the well-being of each of our assisted living residents. Located in northern Mecklenburg...
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7.8
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18 reviews
7.8
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18 reviews
5 star
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I feel staff is kind and attentive to my cousin. we feel as though he is safe and well cared for at Summit Disappointing that it took several months to procure a replacement van when the present one was...
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.
At Summit Place we have only 40 residents in our Assisted Living community. Adjacent to our Assisted Living we also have Memory Care right on our campus with only 20 residents in that portion of the community. Our community is small and intimate. This allows us to have more hands on time with...
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As the person responsible for my brother living at Lakewood Care Center I have been very impressed with the staff. They sincerely care about each and every person there, they are friendly, helpful and go...
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.
Lakewood Care Center is an assisted living community in the quiet Charlotte suburb of Denver, NC. The peaceful, wooded setting provides a serene, welcoming and secure environment for seniors with a variety of care needs. The town of Denver is adjacent to Lake Norman and home to several state...
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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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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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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
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.
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
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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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.
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...

Cost of assisted living in Cornelius, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cornelius is $4,448 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maiden, NC with an average of $3,878 per month.

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

Cornelius, NC
$4,448/mo
$4,441/mo

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

Cornelius, NC
$4,448/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,448/mo
$5,300/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,988/mo
Studio
$5,208/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,236/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Cornelius over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cornelius, 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 Cornelius.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cornelius

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cornelius

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.

The Addison of Lincolnton

3.8
The meals are wonderful except dining room woman - our loved one was afraid of her gruffness. With the activities, given the amount of residents in the community, I suppose what The Addison offered was adequate. The Addison of Lincolnton was very quiet and peaceful community. There was ...
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Terrace Ridge Assisted Living in Gastonia, NC

4.5
Naturally there is a staffing shortage but the staff members are trying their best and the staff we have met are very friendly. Our loved one is very happy there, the value is worth it because she is getting all the attention and care she needs. It has been excellent. The meals are not the best, ...
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Cornelius review score based on 66 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 13 Cornelius assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cornelius 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

Cornelius review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Cornelius, NC13 facilities
8.8
Davidson, NC16 facilities
6.7
Huntersville, NC9 facilities

Review subcategories for Cornelius 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 66 reviews of 13 Cornelius assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cornelius 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Cornelius assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cornelius assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cornelius, 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 Cornelius 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 Cornelius 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
53.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
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
61.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
53.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cornelius 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 Cornelius Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cornelius 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 Cornelius partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Cornelius 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 Cornelius communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cornelius, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cornelius 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 Cornelius offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cornelius, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cornelius

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 Cornelius protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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