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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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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Elk Shoal, NC

The average cost of senior living in Elk Shoal is $4,163 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, NC with an average of $3,312 per month.

Assisted living costs in Elk Shoal, NC, vs. nearby cities

Elk Shoal, NC
$4,163/mo
$4,121/mo

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

Elk Shoal, NC
$4,163/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk Shoal, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,163/mo
$4,768/mo

Assisted living costs in Elk Shoal, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,042/mo
Studio
$5,092/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,053/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,039/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,850/mo

Senior living costs in Elk Shoal 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: Elk Shoal, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElk Shoal, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,163/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,768/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,314/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Elk Shoal, NC:$4,163/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Elk Shoal, NC:$4,768/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Elk Shoal, NC:$3,314/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elk Shoal, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elk Shoal 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elk Shoal, NC$5,509/mo$4,875/mo+13.0%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Elk Shoal, NC
2024 average cost:$5,509/mo
2023 average cost:$4,875/mo
Percent change:+13.0%
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 Elk Shoal, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Elk Shoal

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elk Shoal

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!

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
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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The Village At Allandale in Kingsport, TN

5.0
Everyone at the community is very helpful. The staff seem to really care about the residents. They are interactive and engaging with the residents. The community tries to accommodate the residents with their restrictions and preferences for food.

Elk Shoal review score based on 306 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 306 reviews of 106 Elk Shoal assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elk Shoal 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

Elk Shoal review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Elk Shoal, NC106 facilities
6.9
Burnsville, NC17 facilities
9.0
Mars Hill, NC19 facilities

Review subcategories for Elk Shoal 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 306 reviews of 106 Elk Shoal assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elk Shoal 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
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Elk Shoal assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk Shoal assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk Shoal, 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 Elk Shoal 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 Elk Shoal 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
36.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.3%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elk Shoal 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 Elk Shoal Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elk Shoal, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
34.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk Shoal 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 Elk Shoal 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
18.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.2%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.9%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk Shoal 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 Elk Shoal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
24.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk Shoal 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 Elk Shoal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elk Shoal

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 Elk Shoal protect seniors.
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Brookdale Rock Springs, Wellington Manor Assisted Living and Brookdale Bristol are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elk Shoal, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 132 assisted living facilities near Elk Shoal, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Elk Shoal, North Carolina are Brookdale Bristol, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and American House Johnson City. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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