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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Happy Valley, NC

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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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Cost of assisted living in Happy Valley, NC

The average cost of senior living in Happy Valley is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valdese, NC with an average of $3,488 per month.

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

Happy Valley, NC
$3,868/mo
$3,753/mo

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

Happy Valley, NC
$3,868/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,868/mo
$4,781/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,063/mo
Studio
$5,142/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,679/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,346/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Happy Valley over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Happy Valley, 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 Happy Valley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Happy Valley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Happy Valley

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!

Forest Ridge in West Jefferson, NC

4.1
I would suggest you check other places out. The nursing care isn't the best. The community is on the expensive side. There are activities going on at different times for the residents. There are physical activates such as exercises and we have an activities director on site.

Grace Village Assisted Living and Memory Care in Granite Falls, NC

3.6
The first impression was excellent. Everyone smiled and was very pleasant. We were given the tour and loved the place which made us bring my mom up to see it. She fell in love with the place and the room in which she was going to stay in. She has been there since December. We have ...
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Happy Valley review score based on 123 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 123 reviews of 76 Happy Valley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Happy Valley 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

Happy Valley review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Happy Valley, NC76 facilities
7.2
Lenoir, NC115 facilities
7.1
Cedar Rock, NC113 facilities

Review subcategories for Happy Valley 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 123 reviews of 76 Happy Valley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Happy Valley 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
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Happy Valley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Happy Valley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Happy Valley, 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 Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley 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
38.2%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley 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
35.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
2.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Happy Valley, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
6.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
19.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Happy Valley, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Happy Valley

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 Happy Valley protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Brookdale Falling Creek and Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Happy Valley, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 100 assisted living facilities near Happy Valley, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Happy Valley, North Carolina is Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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